For 2013, the CR-V continues on from the previous year almost completely unchanged, save paint choices and a new colour for interior trim.

The CR-V, regardless of trim level, is powered by a 2.4L 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder engine producing 185 hp and 163 lb-ft of torque. It’s also an automatic only affair, with a five-speed transmission sending power to either the front or all four wheels via Honda’s Real Time AWD system. Bumps and potholes are smoothed out by a MacPherson strut front, multilink rear suspension.

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